Micro Mold & Plastikos

Micro Mold & Plastikos Micro Mold & Plastikos Inc. are a full service mold design, build, sample, and production manufacture Today, Plastikos is a world-class custom injection molder.

Micro Mold—a precision moldmaker headquartered in Erie, PA—was established by Tim Katen and Dave Mead in 1978. The two entrepreneurs invested their personal life savings into the business and officially began Micro Mold in a small, rented garage on Filmore Avenue. Today, the company rests on a 17,500 square-foot facility consisting of 20 full-time employees and has seen multiple expansions. Plasti

kos was founded in 1989, as we began to diversify our core offerings from solely designing and building molds to a full suite of mold design, engineering, & fabrication along with sampling, advanced qualification and production services. Committed to complex, tight tolerance applications, we bring together experts from multiple disciplines to deliver exceptional products, service and value on every project. With more RJG Master Molders and degreed plastic engineers than any other manufacturer of similar size, we believe in continuously reinvesting in our equipment, our people, our technology, and our facilities. Plastikos Medical's stand-alone facility was officially established in March 2019. We help facilitate life-changing innovation that’s integral to the rapidly changing healthcare industry. From specialized medical and surgical devices to leading-edge medication delivery systems, Plastikos Medical is 100% dedicated to Medical Products. With a focused strategy on manufacturing products that positively affect quality of life, you’ll find our breakthrough plastic components are ideal for even the most complex clinical applications. Plastikos Medical remains at the forefront of innovation. Each machine is equipped with its own integrated robot and cavity pressure monitoring system among other advanced technologies. Our expert, medical focused staff includes a Medical Molding Manager as well as a certified quality and production team trained the latest in cleanroom molding procedures & protocols.

44 years is more than a career. It's a lifetime of commitment, hard work, and loyalty.This week, we celebrated a truly r...
06/05/2026

44 years is more than a career. It's a lifetime of commitment, hard work, and loyalty.

This week, we celebrated a truly remarkable milestone—the retirement of Steve Carr after more than four decades of dedicated service.
Steve started working at Micro Mold when it operated out of a small garage on Filmore Avenue. There were no CNC machines, no molding machines, and no computers.

What stands out most is not the number of years, but the quality of those years. Steve has earned the respect of colleagues, customers, and everyone fortunate enough to work alongside him. Whether he was helping a coworker, solving a problem, encouraging the next generation to pursue a career in tool and die, or simply offering a word of encouragement, he made a lasting difference in the lives of many people. He is a man of integrity, empathy, respect, and dignity—a man who has set the example and lived it daily. He has challenged people to achieve more and become the best they can be because he truly and genuinely cares about others.

On behalf of Plastikos, Micro Mold, and Plastikos Medical, thank you, Steve, for your dedication and contributions. You have helped shape this workplace into what it is today, and your legacy will continue long after your last day within our walls. We are grateful for everything you have done, proud of all you have accomplished, and honored to have had you as part of our Team and our family.

Please join us in wishing Steve a happy, healthy, and well-deserved retirement.

Please join us in celebrating Chris Hanes' 35th work anniversary! 🎉Chris joined Micro Mold right out of college and over...
06/02/2026

Please join us in celebrating Chris Hanes' 35th work anniversary! 🎉
Chris joined Micro Mold right out of college and over the past 35 years, he has designed countless molds, helped shape the growth of the business, and today leads Micro Mold as General Manager.
His dedication, leadership, and commitment to mentoring the next generation of toolmakers and apprentices have left a lasting impact on our Team and our success.
Thank you, Chris, for 35 years. Congratulations on this remarkable milestone!

Students from Erie High School’s Machine Shop program spent time with us at both Micro Mold and Plastikos - walking the ...
04/17/2026

Students from Erie High School’s Machine Shop program spent time with us at both Micro Mold and Plastikos - walking the floor, asking great questions, and getting a firsthand look at what modern manufacturing really looks like. They got a taste of both precision tooling and injection molding and saw how ideas turn into real, life-changing solutions right here in Erie.

We also discussed the career opportunities available - the kind you can build right out of high school, with hands-on learning and mentorship.
If you’re someone who likes working with your hands, solving problems, and seeing the results of your work, there’s a path here.
We’re currently looking for our next Mold Maker Apprentice, along with other roles across our team. If you, or someone you know, is ready to get started, take a look: https://lnkd.in/dVWydea

Celebrating Jason Trapp  on earning the Excellence in Mold Maintenance certificate. 👏Jason and the Plastikos Toolroom Te...
03/24/2026

Celebrating Jason Trapp on earning the Excellence in Mold Maintenance certificate. 👏

Jason and the Plastikos Toolroom Team keep molds running through tens of millions of cycles with a proactive, solutions-first mindset.

Jason is a true example of craftsmanship and a willingness to tackle any challenge. We’re proud to support team members like him who are committed to growth and continuous improvement.

Well earned - congratulations, Jason!

Photo Credit: American Injection Molding Institute

🏆 After 44 years in the moldmaking industry, Plastikos Toolroom Manager, Steve Carr, was named the 2026 Mold Repair & Ma...
03/21/2026

🏆 After 44 years in the moldmaking industry, Plastikos Toolroom Manager, Steve Carr, was named the 2026 Mold Repair & Maintenance Person of the Year.
The award was presented by Plastics Technology and the Society of Plastics Engineers Mold Technologies Division in Rosemont, IL at the PTXPO this week.
Plastikos President, Philip Katen shared, “Steve is one of the most talented & skilled Toolmakers you will ever find; with unwavering dedication to all of our customers and a deep, personal commitment to our Team & Company.
He is a skilled artisan, a craftsman, and a true professional of the tool & die trade. But what truly sets Steve apart is his leadership to give of himself - to teach, coach, mentor, and support every person within his department… he gives 110% of himself each & every day for the past 25 years as our Toolroom Manager and for the past 44 years to his trade.”
From all of us at Plastikos, Micro Mold, and Plastikos Medical, Congratulations, Steve! There is no one more deserving of this award & recognition. 👏

03/06/2026

⚙️Automation Spotlight

Our Automation Team designs and builds customized smart solutions that streamline production, enhance packaging, and solve complex challenges. In addition, with advanced 3D-printed solutions, they develop practical, efficient systems that support consistency, speed, and reliability for our partners.

We’re excited to attend the Penn State Behrend Career Fair this Thursday, February 19th!Stop by to connect with our Team...
02/17/2026

We’re excited to attend the Penn State Behrend Career Fair this Thursday, February 19th!
Stop by to connect with our Team, explore internship and career opportunities, and learn how our family-owned Company in Erie is manufacturing components that improve lives all around the world.
See you there! 👋

Meet Dane Olmstead, CNC EDM Operator at Micro Mold.Dane recently shared his career story with Career Street, highlightin...
01/30/2026

Meet Dane Olmstead, CNC EDM Operator at Micro Mold.

Dane recently shared his career story with Career Street, highlighting how hands-on learning, problem-solving, and pride in your work can lead to a rewarding career in manufacturing - right here in Erie, PA.

“You should be proud of the product you created.” — Dane

At Micro Mold and Plastikos, we’re growing and hiring across our teams. If you’re looking for a place where craftsmanship matters, we’d love to connect.

🔗 Explore open positions:
https://plastikoserie.com/get-in-touch/join-our-team/

12/24/2025

⭐ As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to say thank you from our family to yours. ✨
To our Team behind the work, to the Customers and Partners who trust us, and to the Community we’re proud to call home - we're grateful for all that we’ve built together.
From all of us at Plastikos, Micro Mold, and Plastikos Medical, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright year ahead.

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8165 Hawthorne Drive
Erie, PA
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